Born on January 1, 2002, in Djougou, Aziz embodies a career built through discipline, sacrifice, and strategic choices—between West Africa, Europe, and now returned to one of the continent’s strongest leagues.
Coming from a bicultural background—Nigerian father, Beninese mother—Adnan grew up in an environment where football was not just a sport but a daily language.
He began his formal development at Soleil FC, where he quickly distinguished himself through explosive acceleration on the first meters, a sharp sense of positioning inside the box, smooth and intelligent ball control and instinctive finishing ability.
His move to Tchémabi FC represented a crucial step.
With more responsibility and exposure, he refined his goal scoring instincts and built a reputation as a reliable young forward.
This progression would soon open doors beyond Benin.
In 2019, Aziz made a major leap by joining Angers MFC in France.
This experience became a turning point, exposing him to a more tactical brand of football, structured team systems, defined pressing principles and higher levels of consistency and intensity.
His development continued in 2021, when he joined Saumur Olympique, a club known for its strong coaching culture.
playing back-to-goal, delayed runs, pressing coordination, and the ability to operate both centrally and on the wings.
This period transformed him from a raw talent into a more complete and reliable forward.
From 2022 to 2025, Aziz entered a new phase of his career in Italy, wearing the colours of ASD Juvenilia Roseto.
With a strong physical presence—1.86 meters and approximately 80 kg—he adapted perfectly to the demands of Italian football, known for its intensity and advanced tactical culture. Over time.
He developed into a powerful striker capable of holding the ball under pressure, threat in aerial duels.
Aziz is a player with repeated high-intensity efforts and fast forward attacking open spaces effectively.
During his time in Roseto, Aziz evolved from a promising youth to a dependable attacking force, delivering consistent performances throughout the seasons.
In 2022, Aziz earned a pre-selection call-up for the Benin U-23 national team during the qualifiers for the U23 AFCON.
In friendly matches against a Beninese Ligue 1 side, Aziz scored one goal, confirming his ability to perform on the international stage.
Though still in its early stages, his national team experience is a crucial foundation for his long-term ambition to earn a place in the Benin senior national team.
After three years in Italy, Aziz decided to take a strategic new step in his career.
He has now embarked on a transfer process to a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club—one of the strongest and most competitive leagues in Africa.
Administrative procedures have already been completed, and the player is present at the club, awaiting the final official signature.
This move is not a step backward but a deliberate choice aimed at gaining continental visibility,playing in a league heavily followed by scouts and analysts as well as getting closer to the Benin national team setup and compete at a high-intensity African level.
The NPFL offers the perfect environment for him to grow into a top striker on the continent.
Aziz is referenced across multiple global football databases, ensuring transparency and credibility in his career path.
His journey-Soleil FC, Tchémabi FC, Angers MFC, Saumur Olympique, Juvenilia Roseto, Benin U23—appears in various recognized platforms.
This visibility strengthens his profile among scouts, journalists, club officials, data analysts and platforms like Google.
It confirms the authenticity and continuity of his development.
At 24 years old, Aziz is not a finished product, but neither is he a vague promise.
He represents a rare blend of physical presence, technical ability, and mental maturity.
Known for his professionalism, discipline, and adaptability, Aziz continues to climb steadily.
His arrival in the NPFL could well be the breakthrough moment of his career, a stepping stone toward a senior national team call-up- a major African club or return to Europe with stronger credentials.
What remains certain is that his journey is still unfolding and the story of Aziz is far from reaching its final chapter.
